Question 1

Which of the following major issues illustrates the need for coordination among levels of government and across jurisdictions at the same level of government?

Accepted Answer

A)  Controlling air emission and water pollution 
B)  Various forms of terrorist threats: physical and cyberwarfare 
C)  Natural disasters 
D)  Public health emergencies 
E)  All of these are correct. 
A)  Controlling air emission and water pollution 
B)  Various forms of terrorist threats: physical and cyberwarfare 
C)  Natural disasters 
D)  Public health emergencies 
E)  All of these are correct.

Question 2

Except for school districts, all other types of local government obtain how much of their revenue from their own sources?

Accepted Answer

More than

Question 3

What have been the various types of financial aid flowing from the federal government to the states and local governments, as well as from states to their local governments? In addition to direct financial aid, what other intergovernmental devices are employed? Describe the changes that have been occurring on the intergovernmental fiscal landscape. What course do you expect for intergovernmental relations in the future?

Accepted Answer

Federal aid to state and local governmen

Question 4

While the term "devolution" denotes a shift or change in responsibility, to state and local governments in the United States, it has meant outright reduction in federal aid, other than in unusual circumstances such as a recession.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

When all levels of government tax the same source, such as personal income, this phenomenon is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  tax overlapping. 
B)  tax competition. 
C)  shared taxes. 
D)  progressive taxation. 
A)  tax overlapping. 
B)  tax competition. 
C)  shared taxes. 
D)  progressive taxation.

Question 6

Which of the following is not an example of federal nongrant spending at the state and local levels?

Accepted Answer

A)  Defense contracts 
B)  Wages paid to federal civilian workers and military personnel 
C)  Medicare and Medicaid 
D)  Military base closure 
A)  Defense contracts 
B)  Wages paid to federal civilian workers and military personnel 
C)  Medicare and Medicaid 
D)  Military base closure

Question 7

Aid to local governments in many states rises and falls depending on what factor?

Accepted Answer

The state'

Question 8

In most states, aid to local governments is the largest element in the state budget.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What is the name for grant funds that are targeted for expenditure in specified areas and have a narrow focus?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is the name for grant funds...

Which of the following major issues illustrates the need for coordination among levels of government and across jurisdictions at the same level of government?

Except for school districts, all other types of local government obtain how much of their revenue from their own sources?

While the term "devolution" denotes a shift or change in responsibility, to state and local governments in the United States, it has meant outright reduction in federal aid, other than in unusual circumstances such as a recession.

When all levels of government tax the same source, such as personal income, this phenomenon is called:

Which of the following is not an example of federal nongrant spending at the state and local levels?

Aid to local governments in many states rises and falls depending on what factor?

In most states, aid to local governments is the largest element in the state budget.

What is the name for grant funds that are targeted for expenditure in specified areas and have a narrow focus?

Introduction

The Public Sector in Perspective

The Government, the Economy, and Economic Development

Budget Cycles

Budgeting for Revenues: Income Taxes, Payroll Taxes, and Property Taxes

Budgeting for Revenues: Transaction-Based Revenue Sources

Budget Preparation: The Expenditure Side

Budget Preparation: The Decision Process

Budget Approval: The Role of the Legislature

Budget Approval: The US Congress

Budget Execution

Financial Management: Accounting, Reporting, and Auditing

Capital Assets: Planning and Budgeting, Analysis, and Management

Capital Finance and Debt Management

Comparing the Great Recession and the COVID-19 Recession: Causes, Responses, and Effects

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Exam 15: Intergovernmental Relations

Which of the following major issues illustrates the need for coordination among levels of government and across jurisdictions at the same level of government?

Except for school districts, all other types of local government obtain how much of their revenue from their own sources?

While the term "devolution" denotes a shift or change in responsibility, to state and local governments in the United States, it has meant outright reduction in federal aid, other than in unusual circumstances such as a recession.

When all levels of government tax the same source, such as personal income, this phenomenon is called:

Which of the following is not an example of federal nongrant spending at the state and local levels?

Aid to local governments in many states rises and falls depending on what factor?

In most states, aid to local governments is the largest element in the state budget.

What is the name for grant funds that are targeted for expenditure in specified areas and have a narrow focus?

Introduction

The Public Sector in Perspective

The Government, the Economy, and Economic Development

Budget Cycles

Budgeting for Revenues: Income Taxes, Payroll Taxes, and Property Taxes

Budgeting for Revenues: Transaction-Based Revenue Sources

Budget Preparation: The Expenditure Side

Budget Preparation: The Decision Process

Budget Approval: The Role of the Legislature

Budget Approval: The US Congress

Budget Execution

Financial Management: Accounting, Reporting, and Auditing

Capital Assets: Planning and Budgeting, Analysis, and Management

Capital Finance and Debt Management

Comparing the Great Recession and the COVID-19 Recession: Causes, Responses, and Effects

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